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While our backgrounds and experiences are diverse, we share a deep commitment to Jesus Christ, to each other, and our neighbors. Watch these stories of faith in the everyday lives of Mormons. You can also meet Mormons here.

Our faith influences nearly every aspect of our lives. Beyond simply believing in Jesus Christ, we try to bring His teachings to life at home, at work and in our communities. Here are a few of the cultural priorities embraced by members of the Church around the world.

We are all spiritual children of a loving
Heavenly Father who sent us to this earth to learn and grow in a mortal state. As Mormons,
we are followers of Jesus Christ. We live our lives
to serve Him and teach of His eternal plan for each of us.

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Hi I'm Melissa

I am a mother of 2 children and a wife to a college professor. I am going blind. I'm a Mormon.

About Me

I was 14 when I was diagonised with a rare eye disease, called Retinitus Pigmentosa. I have lost most of my vision. I have a total of 1% of vision with both eyes. Life has a way of really throwing some curve balls. However, the one thing that I have learned is that you must simply run with it & live the best life that you can. Having children is one sure way of not allowing life to slow down. I love to cook, decorate, blog, craft & make many things & plan parties. Many of these things have gotten harder as I have lost more of my eye sight. That has not stopped me though & I am so thankful for a very supportive family.

Why I am a Mormon

I am a Mormon because, I know that I am a daughter of a Father in Heaven who loves me & is very concerned about my needs. I grew up in a home where the gospel was taught and I had the examples of 2 righteous parents. I want the same for my own children, that they can grow up in a home where the gospel is not only taught, but where it is also lived. I had the opportunity to serve a mission and to teach the gospel to the good people in California. I was taught & guided by the Holy Ghost, and my testimony grew each day. I hope that as my children continue to grow that they will be able to recognize the spirit of the Lord.
I am a Mormon, because, I know that I belong to the only true church that is established on the earth today. I am a very blessed woman!

How I live my faith

I live my faith by trying to express my gratitude each day through both personal & family prayer. I know the importance of prayer in my life & in the life of my family. The Lord has blessed me in so many ways. I serve with the women in our church, I love to take in meals after a baby has been born or after a loved one has passed away. I enjoy sharing in the sisterhood that the church has afforded me to have. I know that as I continue to have faith in my Savior & live the commandments that he will continue to bless me & that he will make my vision be alright; even if it is only 1%. I think that I can see everything. That is what my faith provides for me. I AM a blessed woman!

Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the priesthood?

The priesthood is the authority to act in God’s name. The same priesthood authority that existed in the original Church established by Jesus Christ exists in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints today. The Church is directed and led through this authority.
All male members of the Church who are prepared receive the priesthood in order to help lead the Church and serve Heavenly Father’s children. A man with the priesthood might serve in some of the following ways:
Leading congregations of the Church
Performing the ordinances of the Church, such as baptism
Blessing those who are sick
God expects those who hold this sacred priesthood authority to follow the example of Jesus Christ and serve with love, gentleness, and kindness.
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